“Ice fishing huts must be removed from the ice by the
prescribed deadlines, with the exception of portable fish huts that are made of
cloth or synthetic fabric that are seven square metres in size or less,” OCOA
President Sean Cronsberry stated.

“Ice huts that are left or abandoned on the ice can
eventually fall through the ice and pollute our lakes, causing hazards to
boaters during the open water season.”

“Many of our waterbodies have less ice this year compared to
the last couple years and in some areas the ice may be gone before the ice hut
removal date,” Cronsberry added. “Anglers must ensure they remove their ice
fishing huts while the ice conditions are still safe to do so.”

Anyone with information about a natural resources or public safety related offence is encouraged to call the MNRF violation reporting line at 1-877-847-7667, contact their local Conservation Officer, or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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